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10 Strategies for Masterful Food Preparation in Minimal Time.

By Chrisjob Cooking

Making the time and mess to cook healthful meals at home is essential in our contemporary culture, especially with all the junk possibilities that bombard us on the way home from work. Cooking well shouldn't be a special occassion, but a daily experience. Here's ten tips to work and eat well. 1. Preparation, preparation, preparation! 2. Stock up the supplies. 3. Weekend prep. 4. Tidy your workspace. 5. Find inspiration.6. Delegate tasks. 7. Ease up on time! 8. Try to enjoy cooking. 9. Relax and enjoy your meal. 10. Eat out occasionally. Read the full article at DumbLittleMan. »MORE

May 22, 2008
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Build Your Own Blender Lamp.

By Chrisjob Finw7vffgbq3vbd

It was only a matter of time: it's size, shape, and inclusion of the clear carafe makes the kitchen blender a perfect candidate to recycle into a lamp. So, good work to Defpotec, who has written a clear and excellent instructable on doing just that. »MORE

May 22, 2008
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Fix Your Ripped Jeans, with a Zig Zag.

By Chrisjob Jeans565

Bre from Etsy.com offers a video how-to to fix ripped jeans and denim. With just a bit of thread and some scrap fabric, you can keep your favorite denims in your wardrobe without looking like Debbie Gibson.   »MORE

May 22, 2008
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How to Get on a TV Design Show

By DIY Maven Hdivd713_1a_e

(A small outdated kitchen before a visit from Divine Design.) If you’re a fan of HGTV, then you’ve probably daydreamed about having a team of designers come into your home or garden and having at it. If you’d like to bring your fantasy to fruition, here are some steps to help get you there. First watch a bunch of make over shows and pick the one/s that suit your style. Surf the web to see which shows are looking for people willing to volunteer their rooms/gardens for make overs. The best place to look is HGTV, but you can find... »MORE

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May 22, 2008
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The Bucket BBQ

By DIY Maven Img84m

Just in time for summertime fun is Pottery Barn’s new Portable BBQ Grill. Perfect for the beach, the lightweight, stainless steel grill has a convenient carrying handle that hides away when it’s weenie time. Available through their catalog or website, the grill will set you back $39. »MORE

May 22, 2008
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6 Ways to Sex Up Your Bedroom

By DIY Maven Hdivd501-chocolate-bedroom_w609

Dirty laundry is not sexy. Neither are stuffed animals. To bring sexy back to the bedroom, you might want to considered taking these suggestions into consideration.   1. De-clutter. Bedrooms can become a dumping ground for newspapers, magazines, kids toys, you name it. Get rid of all that extraneous non-bedroom stuff that's laying on the floor and bedside tables. And if you have an unused piece of exercise equipment in there, it might be time to let it go.    2. Turn off the overhead light; it flatters noone. Instead, get a lamp or two; use no more than 60 watt... »MORE

May 22, 2008
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Minimalist Outlets by Bocci.

By Chrisjob Bocci_22_outlet

These are my favorite entries from the ICFF coverage about the blogosphere. These contemporary electrical outlets by Bocci aim to "radically change the aesthetics of room interiors." If they become available, they're probably right. Check out this video:   »MORE

May 21, 2008
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Ten Healthy Foods for Under a Dollar.

By Chrisjob Img_5402-(custom)

It's easy to justify junk food habits with a "it's way cheaper." Not anymore, potato chip monster. Web MD has assembled ten healthful foods available to you for under one US dollar. Lotsa fruit, lotsa grains, lotsa flavor. 1. Apples2. Bananas3. Baby Carrots (in bags)4. Canned Beans5. Canned Tomatoes6. Oranges (extra large navel oranges)7. Pears8. Lentils (dry)9. Pearl Barley (dry)10. Yogurt (plain, lowfat, or fat-free) Photo and Via: DIYLife. »MORE

May 21, 2008
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Recycle Your Onions Into an Endless Supply of Scallions.

By Chrisjob 2479661774_1f05cbdfc2

I've been doing this ever since I've had a patch of dirt in which to grow 'em. Next time you grab a bunch of scallions/green onions at the supermarket, hold onto the root ends. Then, simply plant them about one inch into the dirt (in the garden or a pot). Water well, and wait for the greens to return. The more you snip them, they faster they'll grow. You can also do this with whole garlic bulbs and use the green sprouts in pastas, stirfrys, etc.   Photos and Inspiration from My Byrd House. Via.   »MORE

May 21, 2008
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Garage Makeover

By DIY Maven 052108_garage1

Check out Sage's People's garage makeover. It went from cluttered catch-all to a luscious pink teenage party room. (The lime green chandelier is exceptional!) See more photos on Sage's People's flickr page. Via Apartment Therapy.   »MORE

May 21, 2008
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Switch out Grass to Water Tolerant Ground Cover

By ZolaClaire Ground_cover1_thumb

We had a weedy patch of grass growing within a section of land that is approximately 18 inches wide by 70 feet long (it's situated between the street and our sidewalk).  The sprinklers did not seem to be getting this area very well, plus the labor required to edge and clean-up after, made getting rid of the grass a very desirable idea.  After doing a little research I found some ground cover that is water tolerant, quick to spread, and cute.  Once the weather warmed we hit our local box store and bought a bunch of creeping thyme, stone crop and some low to the ground sedum.  Then I purchased some... »MORE

May 21, 2008
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1000 Posts and Counting

By DIY Maven Toilet_planter1_large

To commemorate this my 1000th post, I thought I’d cull through those that came before and pick out a few of my favs. One of my first was actually a 3 part series devoted to removing and installing toilets. You haven’t lived until you’ve plucked a porcelain throne off a waste pipe! This one was fun to write as I was able to indulge that 13-year-old-boy side of my sense of humor. It’s not often I can sneak the word ‘poop’ into a post! If you read the Curbly Monthly Updates, you’ll know I’ve got a thing for themes, and... »MORE

May 21, 2008
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12 Ways to Waste Money

By DIY Maven 2177365274_6ca7ff7056

There’s a ton of articles out there telling you how to save money, but what about if you want to waste it? Well, here are a few ideas if you have some cash laying around and you just don’t know what to do with it. Buy a new car–preferably at night, and make sure you ask for the optional undercoating. Buy a used car with low miles and tons of rust. When having your car repaired, tell the mechanic to fix whatever’s broken and to not call you with an estimate. Use your charge card liberally and only pay the... »MORE

May 21, 2008
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A Twist on the Photo Wall: Bulldog Clips.

By Chrisjob Img_8937_large

This DIY photowall is a mighty fine project indeed, as is Erin's update iink here. But what if you don't fancy the linear, geometric grouping? What if you need to funk up the angles a bit, avoiding any order of inspiration whatsover? Just toss the wire and attach the bulldog clips directly to the wall with this tutorial from Photojojo. Materials: A whole mess o’ photos Assorted bulldog clips and/or binder clips A hammer Small nails or thumbtacks An impeccable sense of style and design Given the materials, you can figure out the step-by-step. Clever. »MORE

May 20, 2008
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MY EXCITEMENT

By ammooreiii Aaron_medium

It is exciting to find a social site targeting people in the same fields of interest as myself.  I look forward to a learning experience that is full of ideas.  Please take the time to visit my websites: http://www.aaronmichaelmoore.com, http://www.amooreartandantiques.com, http://diy2.aaronmichaelmoore.com/.  There are so many new rewarding fields of endeavor that need people to fill them. Others sit and cry, "I need."  Instead of doing something about it.  A few minute on Curbly and I've found creative people with the drive needed to truly enjoy life.  So, heres to all you kindred souls out there.  Thanks AMMIII »MORE

May 20, 2008
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Wash Your Windows Like a Pro

By MarvinWindows Jeffs_interior_after_336

Let’s be honest – the best part of spring cleaning is wiping away the dingy film of winter and unveiling the brisk feel of spring. Nothing is more emblematic of this transition than window washing. Before you break out the toxic window cleaner and squeegee, let’s talk over a few pointers for squeaky clean, non-streaky windows. Borrowing our tips from the pros, we sat down with Megan Anderson, who specializes in non-toxic household cleaning. For dingy windows, Anderson recommends a three-step approach that will polish them to perfection. Before you begin, a few things to consider: Time window washing to... »MORE

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May 20, 2008
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